Vendor Privileged Access Management (VPAM)

Secure third-party access to critical systems with KeeperPAM®

Enforce zero-trust vendor privileged access to internal resources with Just-In-Time (JIT) access, full session recording and auditing - without exposing passwords or relying on VPNs.

Simplify vendor access without sacrificing security

Reduce vendor risk

Ensure that vendors only get the access they need, when they need it, and eliminate standing privileges.

Monitor third-party access

See every click and keystroke a vendor makes. All activity is logged and can be pushed to a SIEM platform.

Meet compliance

Maintain regulatory compliance for all third-party access, including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX and NIST.

Eliminate VPNs

Enable secure access through shared credentials or encrypted tunnels. No need for VPNs that give broad, standing access.

How KeeperPAM enables secure vendor access

Grant just-in-time access

Eliminate standing privileges by provisioning time-limited access exactly when needed. Vendors never see or handle credentials, and credentials can be set to automatically rotate after use.

Grant just-in-time access
Record and monitor every privileged session

Record and monitor every privileged session

Capture screen and keystroke activity across vendor sessions, including SSH, RDP and databases, for complete audit trails and real-time visibility. KeeperPAM can log all events to major SIEM platforms and provide real-time risk telemetry for centralised monitoring and faster incident response.

Secure remote connections

Enable secure, cloud-based RDP and SSH access to infrastructure without requiring native client applications or VPNs. Vendors can connect directly through the Keeper Vault using any modern browser. Access is brokered by the Keeper Gateway and protected with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).

Secure remote connections
Enable real-time threat tracking

Enable real-time threat tracking

KeeperAI continuously monitors for threats and instantly terminates sessions at the first sign of malicious activity.

Define granular Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC)

Assign access based on vendor role, project or function. Enforce least privilege by limiting what vendors can see or do within your environment.

Define granular Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC)
Enforce multi-factor authentication

Enforce multi-factor authentication

Require MFA across every vendor interaction, even for resources that lack native MFA support. Ensure identity verification at login, access request and session initiation.

Protect your infrastructure and stay in control of vendor access with KeeperPAM

Don't let vendors put your organisation at risk. Start a free trial of KeeperPAM and begin securing vendor access today.

Frequently asked questions

What is Vendor Privileged Access Management (VPAM)?

Vendor Privileged Access Management (VPAM) is a subset of PAM focused on controlling, monitoring and securing privileged access for third-party vendors. VPAM is designed for external users, such as contractors, service providers or consultants, who require temporary, elevated access to perform tasks. VPAM solutions ensure vendors only access the systems they’re authorised to, for a limited time, without ever exposing sensitive credentials. They do so with just-in-time access, credential injection, session monitoring, audit logging and policy enforcement to reduce the risk of data breaches, ensure compliance and maintain full visibility into third-party activities.

What are the key benefits of using KeeperPAM for vendor access control?

KeeperPAM enhances vendor access control by providing secure, time-limited access without exposing credentials or requiring standing privileges. It leverages just-in-time provisioning, automatic credential rotation and privileged session recording to prevent unauthorised access. With KeeperPAM, organisations can reduce IT overhead, streamline vendor onboarding and enforce security policies.

Does Keeper offer capabilities that allow a remote privileged user to use tools from their own device to manage target resources?

By using KeeperPAM through the Keeper desktop applications, remote privileged users can create secure tunnels to target systems and utilise their own local tools (SSH, RDP, DB clients, etc.) to manage resources, without exposing credentials or requiring a VPN.

How are vendor connections established in KeeperPAM?

Vendor connections in KeeperPAM are established through a secure, zero-trust architecture that eliminates credential exposure while providing full auditability and control. IT administrators configure access by creating connection records and sharing them with external vendors via shared folders, applying role-based policies and time-limited permissions.

Vendors authenticate through the Keeper Vault, accessible through a web browser or desktop app. Once inside, they select authorised resources and initiate sessions that are securely tunneled through the Keeper Gateway. Credentials are never exposed or visible to the vendor. All activity is recorded and monitored in real-time, ensuring compliance, security and a seamless vendor experience.

How does KeeperPAM secure vendor access without exposing credentials?

KeeperPAM secures vendor access by eliminating credential exposure through vault-based access, credential injection and a zero-knowledge, zero-trust architecture. All credentials are encrypted and stored within the Keeper Vault; they are never revealed or accessible to vendors.

When a vendor initiates a session, access is granted via a connection record - not raw credentials. The Keeper Gateway injects credentials directly into the target system, ensuring they never reach the vendor's device. Vendor access is governed by role-based policies, time-limited sessions and real-time monitoring. All activity is automatically recorded across supported protocols, providing full auditability for compliance and security oversight.

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